The FURI (EU Funds for Fundamental Rights) project is committed to ensuring that EU funding aligns with the principles of justice, equality and non-discrimination.
EU funds must comply with legal requirements, particularly the Charter of Fundamental Rights. However, over the past years, NGOs have uncovered several EU-funded projects violating the fundamental rights of marginalised groups in areas such as:
Segregated education and housing;
Institutionalisation of people with disabilities and children deprived of parental care;
Unequal and discriminatory access to public services;
Deprivation of liberty for people with a migrant background.
These violations not only breach the Charter but also other international legal instruments like the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UN CRPD).
Our activities
Monitoring EU Funds
We're on a mission to track EU funds, making sure they align with the principles of justice and equality, enshrined in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights.
Collecting cases
We collect and analyse cases to uncover rights violations in EU-funded projects.
Advocacy & legal actions
We will launch advocacy and legal actions (e.g. submitting complaints) to fight against injustice.
Communication actions
Raising awareness to ensure no one turns a blind eye.
Where we work
We work accross 6 countries - Bulgaria, Poland, Romania, Greece, Hungary, Czechia - and at EU level.
Our partners
Duration
March 2024 - February 2026
DISCLAIMER: Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
Get involved
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We need your help to make a difference! Here are ways you can engage with FURI:
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Share your cases: Have you observed violations of fundamental rights in EU-funded projects? Share your cases with us.
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Submit complaints: If you’ve encountered any rights violations, submit a complaint. We're happy to help you!
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Stay informed: Follow our updates and join us in our advocacy efforts.
Contact us: contact@bridge-eu.org